Ipsy is a monthly beauty and makeup subscription box. Each month you get full-size or deluxe-sized products, plus a cute makeup bag.
This is one of Liz’s top recommendations if you are looking for a subscription box – the value and sample sizes are amazing. (Check out our list of the best beauty boxes for 2019 and our reviews of Cheap Subscription Boxes for more recommendations!)
Ipsy will also offer mystery boxes in their shopper section. This is a review of the skincare mystery bag, which is no longer available for purchase.
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About Ipsy Glam Bag
The Subscription Box: Ipsy Skincare Mystery Bag
The Cost: $12 + free shipping
ACTIVE DEAL: Limited Time Only! Subscribe Today & Get a FREE Plant Profusion Eye Cream from GOLDFADEN MD valued at $145! No coupon needed - just use this link.
The Products: Five surprise skincare products, plus a makeup bag.
Ships to: the US and Canada
Visit the Ipsy Swap Page to swap for any of the items you see in this review!
Ipsy Skincare Mystery Bag July 2019 Review
Each month, Ipsy subscribers get a makeup bag in addition to their items, and the same was true for this mystery bag.
Huangjisoo Red Fruits Brightening Mask - Retail Value $6 (on sale for $3)
Huangjisoo Broccoli Plumping Mask - Retail Value $6 (on sale for $3)
I had been wanting to try these masks- s0 much so that I chose them as an add-on for my Glam Bag Plus! No complaints about getting them in this mystery bag, though- both masks have great ingredients lists and they fit my face well. My skin was definitely more hydrated and dewy after the broccoli mask, and my skin looked a bit brighter after the red fruits one.
belif The True Cream Aqua Bomb, 0.33 oz - Estimated Value $8.80 (Buy the 0.85 oz version for $22)
This is a lightweight moisturizer made with uncommon herbs like lady’s mantle and oat husk, but it is also made with alcohol denat that can actually dry out your skin over time or cause sensitivity. This may be a decent moisturizer for those with oily skin, but my dry, sensitive skin will pass.
Neogen Dermalogy Canadian Clay Pore Cleanser, 0.35 oz - Estimated Value $2.25 (Buy the full-size version for $27)
This clay cleanser is a bit unique in that it foams up as you wash your face, and it's made with colloidal clay, carbonated water, and Centella. I thought this would be more drying since it has kaolin in it, but this felt great on my skin after a sweaty workout.
Lab For You Multi-Ex Repair Cream, 0.33 oz - Estimated Value $4.80 (Buy the full-size 3.3 fl oz for $48)
This moisturizer is designed to help repair and strengthen your skin's moisture barrier, and it has ingredients like witch hazel, coconut oil, Centella, and green tea. If you are prone to clogged pores I would stay away from this, as coconut oil is comedogenic, but it was very nourishing and would be a great nighttime moisturizer if you're not sensitive to coconut oil like I am.
Preventative Measures After Hours Lip Balm - Retail Value $7
This lip balm is made with petroleum, paraffin, mineral oil, cocoa butter, and aloe. As expected, this is deeply nourishing, and it has a refreshing light mint flavor.
Verdict: I thought this was a fun mix of products for a low-cost mystery bag- it included brands sold at Sephora, some K-Beauty, and a full-size lip balm. I calculated a total value of $34.85, which is great for the $12 price tag.
To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? No, this mystery bag is sold out.
ACTIVE DEAL: Limited Time Only! Subscribe Today & Get a FREE Plant Profusion Eye Cream from GOLDFADEN MD valued at $145! No coupon needed - just use this link.
Good to Know: Ipsy sends out variations. You may get a completely different assortment of items than me.
Value Breakdown: At $12 for this box, here’s what you are paying approximately per item:
- Huangjisoo Red Fruits: $2.06
- Huangjisoo Broccoli: $2.06
- belif: $3.03
- Neogen: $0.77
- Lab for You: $1.65
- Preventative Measures: $2.41
Alternatively, each of the 5 items (not including the makeup bag) has an average cost of $2.00.
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What do you think of my July Ipsy Mystery Skincare Bag? What items did you get in your bag?
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